Service; Battery Removal; Deck Removal; Charging The Battery - Cub Cadet Z-Force S Operator's Manual

Service

WARNING!
the PTO switch in the "OFF" position, engage the
parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the
"OFF" position and remove the key from the switch.

Battery Removal

WARNING!
accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
The battery is located beneath the seat frame. To remove the battery:
1. Push down and back on the battery hold-down bracket as
shown in Fig. 7-1 to free it from the seat mount frame.
2. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the black
negative battery lead to the negative battery post (marked
NEG). Move the cable away from the negative battery post.
3. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the red
positive battery lead to the positive battery post (marked POS).
4. Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor.
5. Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the
reverse order.
WARNING!
battery before connecting the negative lead. This
will prevent sparking or possible injury from an
electrical short caused by contacting the tractor
body with tools being used to connect the cables.

Charging the Battery

Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor has
been stored for a period of time.
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Before performing any service, place
Battery posts, terminals and related
Figure 7-1
Always connect the positive lead to the
• A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or
higher across the battery terminals. See Fig. 7-2.
Voltmeter State of
Reading Charge
12.7 100%
12.4
12.2
12.0
Figure 7-2
• Charge the battery with a 12-volt battery charger at a
MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps.
Servicing Electrical System
A fuse is installed to protect the tractor's electrical system from
damage caused by excessive amperage. Always use the same
capacity fuse for replacement. If the electrical system does not
function, check for a blown fuse.
If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the tractor's
electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer.
Relays and Switches
There are several safety switches in the electrical system. If a
function of the safety interlock system described earlier is not
functioning properly, have the electrical system checked by your
Cub Cadet Service Dealer.

Deck Removal

Remove the mower deck from the tractor as follows:
1. Move the tractor to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop
the engine, and set the parking brake.
2. Remove the lock rod by pressing the pedal forward to release
tension then rotate the lock rod until the end of the rod points
upward and slide it out of the deck height bracket. See Fig. 7-3.
Lock Rod
Lowest
Mowing
Position
Figure 7-3
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Charging
Time
Full Charge
75% 90 Min.
50% 180 Min.
25% 280 Min.
Highest
Mowing
Position